Your DIY Skill Profile
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Structural & Framing
Deck, Shed, Wall Framing, Roofing
Little or no hands-on experience. Expect learning curves.+20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
Interior Finishing
Flooring, Painting, Tile, Drywall
Little or no hands-on experience. Expect learning curves.+20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
Plumbing & Fixtures
Bathroom, Kitchen
Little or no hands-on experience. Expect learning curves.+20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
Electrical Work
Kitchen, Basement
Little or no hands-on experience. Expect learning curves.+20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
Landscaping & Hardscape
Patio, Fence, Walkways
Little or no hands-on experience. Expect learning curves.+20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
How Your Profile Affects Calculations
We use your skill profile to automatically adjust the material waste factor and rework contingencies in our cost calculators. Beginners tend to make more mistakes, requiring more materials.
- Beginner: +20% material waste, +15% rework contingency
- Intermediate: +10% material waste, +8% rework contingency
- Advanced: +5% material waste, +3% rework contingency